Craftsman 917.25693 Owner's Manual

Â® _ODEL UMBER 917,256930 OWNER'S MANUAL Tt,! o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibi _ ntBes o $ervnce o Adjustments o Repagr Parts Caution: Read and Foimow a!! Safety Rules and Rnstructions Before Operating This Equipment
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: TH IS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS_ FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH, |. GENERAL OPERATION . Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. = Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine o Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.. ,, Be sure the area is cleat of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area,. o Never carry passengers.. = Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Atways look down and behind before and while backing o Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place o Stow down before turning â¢ Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting = Turn off blades when not mowing = Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. o Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.. o Do not operate the machine whi_e under the influence of alcohol or drugs. = Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways, o Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.. 11. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.. All slopes require extracaution_ If you cannot back up the slope orif you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: o â¢ Mow up and down slopes, not across._ Â° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Â° - Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could Â° overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles o Use slowspeed. Choose a tow gearso that you witl not have to stop or shift while on the slope. . FoIIow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. Â° o Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments;, o These can change the stability of the machine. o Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction,. Â° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope, DO NOT: Â° Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. â¢ Do notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or' if an edge caves in o b0 'hiS_"mowV_ii:wet grass. ReducecI traction c0uid-cause slidingÂ° o Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. Â° Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes_ 2 lU. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the epe_'ator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity_ Neverassume that children will remain where you fast saw them. - Keep children out ofthe mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. ' . Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Â° Never carry children. They may fatl off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.. o Never allow children to operate the machine Â° Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or' other objects that may obscure vision. IV. SERVICE â¢ Use extra carein handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive.. Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to coo! b_fore refue!ing Do not smoke. Never-refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. o Never run a machine inside a closed area, o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. Â° Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.. Â° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, o_ other debris build-up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown, Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, whe'n nec- essary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as _equired.. Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant ..safety precautions, it means CAUTION!!I BECOME ALERTH1 YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED, CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and,place wire where,!t canneL-: contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
mance, Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service CentedDepartment., We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual., The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop- erly Always observe the "SAFETY RULES", MODEL NUMBER 917.,256930 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERSWILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEATÂ° YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears maintenance agreement is available on this trac- tor, Contact your nearest Sears store for detailsÂ° CUSTO ER RESPONSKB L T ES o Read and observe the safety rules,, o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractorÂ° It " Fol{owthe instructions under Customer Responsibilh ties" and "Storage" sections of this manual,, HORSEPOWER: 125 GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1 .,4 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL (3..0 PINTS) SAE 30 (above 32Â°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32Â°F) SPARK PLUG (GAP 030 INn): CHAMPION RJ_19LM (STD361458) VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: _,005 _ ,007 IN,, EXHAUST: ,,009 - .,0! 1 IN, GROUND SPEED: FORWARD 1st 95 MPH 2rd 1,94 MPH 3th 2,,9t MPH 4th 37I MPH 5th 4,76 MPH REVERSE: 1.46 MPH TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30-35 FT., LBS, WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov- ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable loca! or state laws (if any),, If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator,, In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands., A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears authorized service center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual), L MUTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RRD NG EQUUPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instrdctions in the owneCs manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.. This Warranty does not cover: , Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts. o Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.. â¢ Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. â¢ Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For 90 days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workman- ship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER!DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES,, This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179 3
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PRODUOT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOM ER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 15-18 WARRANTY ................................................................. _3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................ 4 INDEX ............................................................................ 4 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......................................... 5 ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 7'-10 TA LE OF CONTENTS OPERATION .......................................................... 11-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...... , .... , ............. .;...,.".15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 19-23 STORAGE ................................................................... 24 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 25-26 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................ 30-47 REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 48-52 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................... BACK PAGE INDIEX A Accessodes ................................................................. 5 Adjustments: Brake ............................................................ 21 Carburetor ............................... : ................. 23 Mower: Front-T0:Back ................................... 20 Side*To-Side ....................................... 20 Throttle Control Cable ............................... 23 Air Filter', Engine ............................................. 17 Air Screen, Engine ....................................... 18 Assembly ......................................................... 7-10 B Battery: Charging ...................................................... 8 Cleaning ..................................................... 1 7 Installation .................................................. 9 Levels ................................................... 8,16 Preparation ................................................ 8 Starling with Weak Battery ........... 22 Storage .................................................... 24 Terminals ............................................. 17 Belt: Motion Drive Removal/Replacement .................... 21 Blade: Sharpening .............................................. 16 Beplacement ................................... 16 Brake Adjustment ............................................. 21 C Carburetor Adjustment .................................. 23 Controfs, Tractor ............................................. 11 Customer Responsibilities .................. 15-18 Engine: Air Filter ............................................... 17 Air Filter Foam Pre-Oleaner ..... 17 Air Screen, Engine .................... 18 Battery'.,.,.,:.:,.:..:::.,..:;.:_::,.,:;_ 16-17 Cooling Fins, Engine ...................... 18 Engine Oil .......................................... 17 Fuel Filter ............................................... 18 Spark Plugs ...................................... 18 Tractor: Blades ................................................ 16 Lubrication Chart .......................... 15 Maintenance Schedule ................ 15 Tire Care ................................ 8,t6,22 Cutting Height, Mower. ..................... 12-13 E Electrical: Interlocks and Relays ........................... 23 Schematic .................................................... 28 Wiring Diagram ....................................... 30 Engine: Air Filter ............................................................ 17 Air Filter Foam Pre-Cleaner ........... 17 Air Screen ................................................. 18 Cooling Fins, Engine ............................. 18 Oil Change ...................................................... 17 Oi! Level ..................................................... 13,17 Oil Type ....................................................... 17 Preparation ................................................ 13 Repair Parts .......................................... 48-52 Starting .............................................................. 14 Storage ........................................................ 24 F Filters: Air Filter ...................................................... 17 Air Filter Foam Pre-Oleaner ........... 17 Fuel ...................................................................... 18 Fuel: Type ................................................................... 13 Storage ......................................................... 24 Fuse ........................................................................... 22 H Hood Removal/Installation ......................... 22 L Leveling Mower Deck ................................ 20 Lubrication Chad ................................ 15 M Maintenance Schedule ................................... 15 Mower: Adjustment, Front-to-Back ............. 20 Operation .......................................................... 11-14 Operating Mower ................................................ 13 Options: Accessories _.: ............................................. 5 Spark Arrester ..................................... 3, 40 P Parking Brake ............................................. 11-12 Parts Bag .............................................................. 6 Parts, Replacement/Repair .............. 30-47 Product Specifications ....................................... 3 R Repair Pads ....................................................... 30-47 S Safety Rules ............................................................... 2 Seat ................................................................................ 8 Service and Adjustments .................. 19-23 Brake ............................................................. 21 Carburetor .................................................... 23 Fuse ....................................................... 22 Hood Removal/installation ............ 22 Motion Ddve Belt Removal/Replacement ................ 2t Mower Installation .............................. 19 Mower Adjustment: Front- to-Back .................................... 20 Side-to-Side .......................................... 20 Mower Removal ..................................... t g Tire Care ....................................... 8,16,22 Slope Guide Sheet .................................... 55 Spark Plugs ............................................................ 18 Specifications ......................................................... 3 Start!rig the Engine ............................... 13q4 Steering Wheel .............................................. 7,21 Stopping the Tractor. ...................................... 12 Storage .................................................................. 24 :-: ....... Adjustment;Side-to-Side- ........... 20 ............... _ ......... :.. .......... ........................ ....................... Blade Sharpening ................................... 16 Blade Replacement .............................. 16 T Cutting Height ................................. 12-13 Throttle Control Cable Adjustment ....... 23 Installation ............................................... 19 Tires ................................................................... 8,16,22 Operation .................................................... 13 Trouble Shooting Chart ........................ 25-26 Remora ............................... 19 Transaxle Repair Parts ......................... 46-47 Mowing Tips ......................................................... 14 Muffler ........................................................... !8 _V Spark Arrester .......................... 3, 40 Warranty ............................................................. 3 0 Widng Diagram ................................................ 30 Oil: Wiring Schematic ............................................ 28 Cold Weather Conditions ......... 13,17 Engine ............................................................ 17 Storage .................................................................. 24 4
............. _!_: i iii_iiiiii i i i i..i_iiii;iiii_i_iiii:.i_iiiii:,' IH:,II':III.'--H----I--' --I'T---- _7:_""T'I"I Â¸Â¸ ,i::_i:ii: !:ii::::!ii!!i!iii:i:ii:iiiiii,.:,=-,ii:;!i_iiilL" =''::::_::',:'',:':'_:: :::_:'"_:_'.:""_'_=::=::=':':: :':_'::"''_'_"_'_ :_L_;_:_:_L'_::::: :Â¸ ::Â¸ / ..... --H-- I -- -- ....................................... AOOESSORIE AI D-AT "i'AOHI iI T S ................................... " ........ These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purchased. They are afso available at most,Sears retaii outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor. ENGINE [ViAINTENANCE SPARK pLUG AIR FILTER BLADES MUFFLER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER BELTS PERFORtVIANCE Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model, Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor, Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy attaching and detaching. PERMANEX BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold 30-gal!on plastic bags. LAWN SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.. CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available.. ROLLER for smoother tawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameterwater-tightdrumholdsupto390 Ibs. ofweighL Rounded edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum. SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed killing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-icers and sand.. CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois- ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24 hardened steel coring tips t50 lb. capacity weight trayÂ° AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn. Ta- pered 2oS-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in. Steel weight tray for increased penetration. MULCH RAKE/DETHATCH ER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leavesto lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spdngtine teeth.. Useful toprepare bare areas for seeding. Available forrear mounting only. SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes booms for automatic spraying when pulling, and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and liquid fertilizers 5
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown furl size (1) Large Flat Washer Â© (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) ShouJder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17_32 x 1-3/i6 x 12 Gauge ....... , ,;;;; ............... ,,, ,,, Â© (1) Wing Nut 3/8 (1) Washer _ ._ (1) Lock 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge _ Washer 3/8 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts _1/4-20 _ (2) Lock Washers 1/4 (2) Washers 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga .................. ............ : : : .... ...... ,,, Parts packed separately in carton Seat Battery acid / i_L _ Plate Steering Wheel Battery Owner's blanual Parts Bag Steering Sleeve Parts bag contents not shown full size Steering Wheel Adapter ..... Steering Wheel Insert (2) Keys Steering Clip 15 Â° Slope Sheet I 1 I _. ........... "_ Battery Caps and Instructions 6
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposesÂ° To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, alt parts and hardware you assemblemust be tightened securely, Use the correct tools as necessaq7 to insure proper tightness_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed,, (1) 9/16" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) 3/4" wrench (1) 1/2" wrench Pliers Tire pressure gauge Screwdriver Utility knife When right and left hand are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel)., TO REMOVE TRACTOR CARTON UNPACK CARTON o Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6)_ o Cut along lines on the carton, from top to bottom, all four corners of carton and lay panels flat.. o Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.. BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF SKiD ATTACH STEERnNG WHEEL POSITION STEERING SHAFT (See Fig. t) - o Lift hood o Pull steering shaft up to engage gears.. â¢ Push steering clip through hole on steering shaft at 45 Â° (hole is located under dash and above lower steering bushing),. o Push steering clip onto steering shaft until steering clip snaps into place,, INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig,, 2) - o Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft (Bot- tom of sleeve goes over ring on dash) o Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shaft, o Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward, o Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapterÂ° â¢ Assemble large fiat washer and 3/8-24 focknut and tighten securelyÂ° o Snap insert into center of steering wheel, o Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill. STEERING STEERING SHAFT STEERING CLiP LOWER STEERING BUSHING FIG. '1 _ STEERING WHEELtNSERT OCKNUT WASHER FIG, 2 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,. o Raise mower lift lever to its highest positiono o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position o Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal,, o Roll tractor backwards off skid, o Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor
ASS LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR _NSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) â¢ .... PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 3) CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately if accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps. Always wear gloves, clothing and goggles to protect your hands, skin and eyes. Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use,. However; periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. = See instructions packed with vent caps in parts bagÂ° = Fill battery with aci& Fill each celt until it reaches the bottom of the vent wells. Do not overfill. Allow battery to stand and settle for at least thirty minutes. After standing, check the level of acid. If below the vent wells, add more acid until the correct level is reache& While battery is standing (after adding acid) and later, while battery is being charged, continue with assembly of tractor. IMPORTANT: TO MAXiMiZE THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY, lT IS NECESSARY THAT THE BATTERY BE CHARGED BEFORE USE, FAILURE TO CHARGE BATTERY CAN RESULT IN A SHORTENED BATTERY LIFE o Charge battery at a rate of 6 amperes for- 1 hourÂ° Use a 12 volt battery charger.. Observe all safety precau- tions required for battery charging_ Â° Check the acid level after the battery is charged. If the acid has fallen below the correct level, add distilled or' iron free water,, â¢ install the vent caps to cover the vent wells.. Wash the top of the battery with water to remove any acid, then wipe dry_ - Check battery case for' leakage to make sure that no damage has occurred in handlingÂ° . Dispose of excess battery acid_ Neutralize acid for disposal by adding it to four inches of water in a five gallon plastic container, Stir with a wooden or plastic paddle while adding bakingsoda unti!the addition of more soda causes no more foaming. o Follow instructions on how to install battery_ CUT AWAY VIEW VENT CAP VENT WELL BATTERY CELL ACID LEVEL Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt,. o Remove cardboard packing on seat panÂ° o Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt,. = Assemble adjustment bolt, !ock washer and flat washer !oosely. Do not tighten. = Tighten shoulder bolt securely., o Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat,, o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down (See Fig. 8). . Get off seat without moving its adjusted position, Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely,. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTMENT BOLT FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER FIG. 4 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovednflated at the factory for shipping purpose& Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. = Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower' housing should be prope dy leveled_ See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the .... Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POStT_ON OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual, Verify that the belts are routed correctly.. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual., FiG. 3 8
INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 5 & 6) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding_ Lift seat to raised position. â¢ Open battery box door.. o Be sure drain tube is attached to bottom of battery box and tube passes through to hole in chassis for proper drainage.. o Lower battery into battery box with battery terminals toward front of tractor_ First connect RED battery cable and RED fused igni _ tion wire to positive ( ) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat wastler, Iockwasher and hex nut as shown.. Tighten securelyÂ° o Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat- tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut,. Tighten securely.. . Close battery box doorÂ° Open battery box door for: o Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware)Â° o Inspection for corrosionÂ° o Testing battery_ o Jumping (if required).. o Periodic charging.. BATTERY BOX DOOR POSITIVE (RED) CABLE _EGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE POSITIVE ( ) TERMINAL NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL FIG. 5 BOX DOOR VENT CAPS FIG. 6 9
ASSEM LY ............. , : :..:..:.....:..: iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 7 & 8 CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in ........ o,peratijon; ................ O Raise and hold deflector shield in the upright position_ Position alignment cup over' rear baffle. _) Pivot mulcher plate forward and hook on mounting bolto Be sure hang tab hooks top of deck opening.. Assemble fiat washer, lock washer' and wing nut to mounting bolt and tighten securely.. 3"0 CONVERT 3"0 BAGGING OF{ DISCHARGRNG Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: If discharging or bagging results are unsatisfactory with mulcher blades on mower, remove the mulcher blades and install high performance discharging blades, which are available at Retail and Catalog storesÂ° @ I_EFLECTOR MOUNTING SHIEL BOLT MULCHER PLATE @ REAR ALIGNMENT BAFFLE CUP FASTING TAB SLOT FIG. 7 DEFLECTOR SHIELD """ HANG WASHER LOCK WASHER MULCHER PLATE FIG. 8 ,/CHECKLIST WING NUT BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: v" All assembly instructions have been completed_ v" No remaining loose parts in carton. v" Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps)_ v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. v" All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the fa.ctory) v" Be sure mower deck is prdperly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling). v" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: ,/ Engine oil is at proper' leveR.. 7 Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline_ Â¢" Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine_ ,/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. 10
14:NOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL & SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. FUEL CAP THROTTLE/ CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL "'"_ MOWER CLUTCH LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER GEARSHIFT LEVER MOWER IGNITION LIFT SWITCH LEVER FIG. g Sears tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards _nstitute., IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. THROTTLE!CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and controlling engine speed, CLUTCHtBRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak- ing the tractor and starting the engine_ GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of tractor, PARKING BRAKE LEVER: Locks clutch!brake pedal into the brake position, MOWER CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades,, MOWER LIFT LEVER: Used to raise and lower the mower deck, 11
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while moving. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 10) o Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold â¢ Place parking brake tever in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal Pedal should remain in "BRAKE" pos tion. Make sure park'ng brake wilt hold tractor secure_ PARKING BRAKE"ENGAGED" MOWER CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" "DISENGAGED" CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL "BRAKE" POSITION "DISENGAGED" FIG. 10 STOPPRNG (See Figs, 10 & 11) MOWER BLADES- = Move mower cfutch tever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - Â° Depress ctutchtbrake pedal into full "BRAKE" position, â¢ Move gearshift lever to "NEUTRAL" position, ENGINE - Â° Move throttle control to "SLOW" position,. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to "backfire",. o Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. o Never use choke to stop engine, NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass, To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position, to empty ................ grass catcher, etc. 12 CLUTCH/ THROTTLE/ BRAKE CHOKE PEDAL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER IGNITION SWITCH FIG. 11 TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See FSg. 11) Always operate engine at full throttle,. = Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate. = Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- mance, TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Figs. 10 & 11) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever. o Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. o Move gearshift lever to desired position. o Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTRNG HEIGHT (See Fig. 12) The position of the mower lift lever determines the cutting height. The position of the mowerlift lever can be adjusted to desired position o Grasp lift lever as shown, lift away from fender and move forward or' back to desired position. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/8" to 3-5/8'L The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approxi- mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed
o The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months.. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.. o For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.. MOWER LIFT LEVER FIG. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Figs. 10 & 12) You r tractor is eq uipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the mower clutch engaged wilt shut off the engine Â° Select desired height of cut.. o Engage mower by slowly moving mowerclutch lever to "ENGAGED" position.. â¢ TO STOP MOWER - Move mower clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position.. ........... ,. ...................... .. .............. . .............. ,,, ,., ,_,,, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dis- charge guard in place. TO OPERATE ON HDLLS , Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hilts. o Avoid stopping Or changing speed on hills.. o If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push ctutchtbrake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. o Move gearshift lever to i st gear and be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement. o To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutchlbrake pedal. o Make all turns slowly_ TO TRANSPORT o Raise mower lift lever to highest position = When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in "NEUTRAL" position o Do not push tractor at more than five (5) MPH NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etco) BEFORE STARTING "['HE ENGHNE CHECK ENGINE O5L LEVEL (See Fig. 18) o The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil o Check engine oil with tractor on level ground o Remove oil fill dipstick and wipe clean, replace and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached Do net overfill o For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (see "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual) o To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual ADD GASOUNE o Fit! fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life) IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32Â°F(0Â°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.. WARNING: Experience indicates that afcotqol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storageÂ° To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.. i CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. 13
TO START ENGBNE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for' the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fue! from the tank to the engine. Â° Depress the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. o Move mower clutch to*"DISENGAGED" position,. . Move throttle control lever to"CHOKE" position for cold engine start.. For warm engine start, move throttle control to "FAST" position.. o Turn ignition key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to "FAST" position, wait a few minutes and try again, o When engine starts, move throttle control to desired position. Â° Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachment clutch.. NOTE: if at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or' in cold temperatures (below 32 Â° F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust* ments section of this manual. MOWtNG TRPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance., See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor_ This wilt result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting, When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc.. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See FigÂ° 13)_ If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce toad and possible fire hazard from dried clip- dPings_ Make first cut relatively high; the second to the esired height; .................................. ......................... Do not mow grass when it is wet, Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.. Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis- charge of material.. Regulate ground speed by select- ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used., FIG, 13 MULCHING MOWHNG TBPS itVlPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH.. CLEAN AFTER EACH USEÂ° o The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades.. o Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet.. Wet gr ass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early aftemoon_ At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.. o For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 14). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce yourwidth of cut on each pass and mow slowly. o Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re- quire that an area be mulched a second time to com- pletely hide the clippings.. When doing a second cut, mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path_ Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This witl help prevent matting and graining of the lawno MAX 113 FIG. 14 14
.... @l E-SP@N 7UES .......................... ::: ....................... AS YOU COMPLETE /_.55_,_9_ _[_0%_// REGU_R SERVICE ...... 6!ES._ Check Brake Operation 64# Check Tire Pressure _#' T Checkfor Loose Fasteners R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level(Recharge 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R CheckTransaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension e/4 _/ ........... !_' ....... ..................... .......... ' ..... ' i 1 Â¸ Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s Check Engine Oil Level _4_ _' Change Engine Oi! .............. _ .............. _2.3 .C.lean Air Filter ....................... _'2 Clean Air Screen _2 Inspect Muffler!Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filler (If equipped) C!ean Engine Cooli[i[i[i[[.Fi'i['i "[i."'.[., Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter E N G ! 3 - It equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours 4 * Replace btades mere often when mowing in sandy soil 5 - I1 equipped with adjustable system I - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient lemperalures 2 - Service more often when operating in didy or dusty conditions GENERAL RECO_J_k'_ENDAT_ONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season_ Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear.. A new spark pfug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. BEFORE EACH USE o Check engine oil level. o Check brake operation, o Check tire pressure., o Check for loose fasteners, Q FRONT LUBRICATION Ct'_ART Â®AÃLE P,VOT HOOO HINGES Â® )NT SPINDLE O Q FRONT BEARING ZERK PIVOT O ATTACHMENT CLUTCH PIVOT WHEEL Q BEARING ZERI( ENGINEQ THROTTLE O PLATE 15 O CLUTCH PIVOT _ i 0 LIFT LEVER /I 11 PIVOT [_ ATTACHMENT (_ CLUTCH LEVER GEARSHIFT O PIVOTS O SAE 30 OR t0W30 MOTOR OIL API _ SG Q GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE _'_ REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES'ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI- CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW- DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY
CUSTO ER TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance BRAKE OPERATION if tractor' requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted_ (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual). TnRES o Maintain proper air pressure in afi tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber.. o Avoid stumps, stones, deel_ ruts, sharp objects and other' hazards that may cause tire damageÂ° BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged blades. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15) Â° Raise mower' to highest position to aliow access to blades. o o Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown_ Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order' as shown.. Â° Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft., Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou do, be sure the blade is balancedÂ° BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRAILING EDGE HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD, FIG. 15 ESPONS LINES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16) Care should be taken to keep the blade balance& An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine. o The blade can be sharpened with a rite or on a grinding wheelÂ° Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower., o To check blade balance, you wilt need a 5/8" diameter steel boit, i_in,'oi-a c0ne balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with baF ancer)o o Slide bladeon to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position.. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade.. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not., CENTER HOLE / /' / /' / /' BLADE 5/8"BOLT OR PIN FiG. 16 BATTERY (See Fig. 17) Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for' normal useÂ° However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.. = Acid solution level in each battery celt should be even with bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled oriron free water if necessary. Do not overfill o Keep battery and terminals clean.. â¢ Keep battery bolts tight. o Keep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open. = Recharge at 6 amperes for' 1 hour. CUT AWAY VIEW â¢ VENT CAP VENT _ ............................. _ WELL BATTERY CELL ACID LEVEL FIG. 17 16
.......... ..... .: TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS - Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power, o Open battery box door,, o Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor., o Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells,. o Rinse the battery with plain water and dry o Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until brighL o Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly, o Reinstall battery (See "INSTALL BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual)., V- BELTS Check V-Belts for deterioration and wear after 100 flours of operation,, Replace if necessary. The belts are not adjust- able,, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear,â¢ TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use higl_ quality detergent ol rated with API service classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.. â¢ , ..... ,,, ,,,,,, ,,, ....... 1,, ,,,,_ ,,: .................... _" '"'_ ........ : ........... TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig,, 18) - Determine temperature range expected before oil change. AI oil must meet API service classification SG Be sure tractor is on level surface, o o Oil will drain more freelywhen warm. o Catch oil in a suitable container. o Remove oil fill dipstick., Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil, o Remove drain plugo o After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely,. o Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pout" slowly, Do not overfill For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual, Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking tevelo Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. OIL FILL OIL DRAIN PLUG SAE VISCOSITY GRADES _F "20_ 0" 30" 32 _ 40" 60 _ BO" 100 Â° Â°c -3oo -='0' .1_" 0" fo, _o' _oÂ° no" TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIGÂ° '18 NOTE: Although multiviscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32Â°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running tow on oilo Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours of operation thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year, Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level FIG, 19 AiR FILTER (See Fig. 20) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner element after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first, Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions, o Remove knob(s) and cover,, TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER - o Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge,. o Wash it in liquid detergent and water. Â° Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. o Saturate it in engine ol Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil, o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge, â¢ Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). 17
OUSTO ER ESPO ES TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE - â¢ Remove cartridge nuL o Remove cartridge and clean by tapping gently on ffat surface.. o If very dirty, replace orwash in a nonsudsing detergent and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly with water from inside out until water runs clear'. Let cartridge dry thoroughly before using,. o Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE.. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE. COVER }(NOB "--'-- COVER CARTRIDGE NUT PAPER CARTRIDGE FIG, 20 AiR SCREEN (See Fig. 21) The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.. SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING STARTER HOUSING OIL FILL DIPSTICK ENGINE COOLING FINS SPARK PLUG FIG. 21 ENGUNE COOLHNG F_NS (See Fig. 21} Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating_ Â° Remove oil fill dipstick and cover opening to prevent entry of dirt. Â° Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing off engine. Â° Remove the screws securing the starter housing and lift housing off engine , Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. â¢ To reassemble, reverse above procedure. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or' after every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. iN-MNE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 22) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter' becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. o With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. Â° Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line,. - Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned_ o Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline, CLAMP FUEL FiG, 22 CLEANING o Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc_ o Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out.. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life,, 18
CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: . Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. o Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. â¢ Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Â° Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Â° Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. .r ,, .............. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Figs. 23 & 24) Mowerwill be easier'to remove from the right side of tractor, o Park tractor on a level surface and engage parking brake.. Â° Be sure that mower clutch lever is in "DISENGAGED" position. o Move attachment lift lever down to lowest cutting position, â¢ Roll belt off engine pulley., o Disconnect clutch rod from clutch arm by removing retainer sp ring, o Disconnect rear suspension arms from chassis by removing retainer springs,. o Disconnect front links from mower deck by removing retainer spring& o Disconnect rear lift links from mower deck by removing retainer springs, CAUTION: When rear lift links are re- moved, the lift arms will be pulled up to the frame by the counterbalance spring. Keep hands free when removing rear lift links from lift arms. MOWER LIFT LEVER FIG, 23 CLUTCH RETAINER CLUTCH SPRING REAR SUSPENSION ARM (BOTH SIDES) REAR LIFT LINK ENGINE (BOTH SIDES) PULLEY Â° Raise mower lift lever to highest position, Â° Slide mower deck out on right side of tractor., TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 23 & 24) â¢ Move attachment lift lever up to its highest position. â¢ Slide mowerdeck under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor,. ,, Move attachmentlift Ieverforwardto its lowest position.. o Install mower deck in reverse order of removal instruc- tions.. RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) RETAINER SPRINGS FIG. 24 19
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSBNG Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manua0. If tires are over o r underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your mower'. SiDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs,. 25 and 26) - .... You will need two (2) standard 2 x 4 short pieces of wood to make the following adjustment, Similar blocks measur- ing t-I/2" thick may als0 be used,, ; Raise mower with attachment lift control to allow two (2) 1-1/2" thick blocks to be placed under rear edge of mower deck, o Place one block directly behind right mandrel, Place the remaining block under the stamped ridge on left side of rear edge of mower deck NOTE: Be sure blocks clear all hardware that may be exposed on underside of deck, â¢ Lower' mower deck to its lowest height of cut position, o Loosen nut "C" so that the adjustment plate can move up and down freely_ o Be sure the mower deck rests level on both 1 -I/2" thick blocks, Retighten nut "C", o Raise mower with attachment lift control and remove blocks from under' mower, PLACE TWO (2) 1-112" THICK BLOCKS UNDER REAR EDGE OF DECK AS SHOWN (Usa wood 2 x 4's or equivalent) REAR SUSPENSION ARM RG. 26 REAR LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT PLATE FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 27 & 28) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL S1DE*TO-SfDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE To obtain the best cutting results, the mower' housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/4 to 3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis- tance "F" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. o Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length o If links are not equal in length, adjust one lir_k to same length as other link_ o To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut "G" on both front links an equal number of turns. o When distance "F" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than rear, tighten nut"H" against trunnion on both front links. o To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "G" on both front links an equal number of turns.. o When distance "F" is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than rear, tighten nut"H" against trunnion on both front linksÂ° NOTE: Each full turn of nut "G" will change dim.. "F" by approximately 3/8 inch. o Recheck side-to-side adjustment,. REAR __ONT ,F,T- f,=, _ROUND LINE _ r t!/1/11/1//I//'tl/1///_/_/////f1_2_ Â° FIG. 27 BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH 20 LINKS NUT "H" FIG. 28
...... :-:-:-: R.V AID D:jU:ITIE-NTI ........................... :-.: : :---- :: TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 29) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on tile right side of the transaxle. tf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. o Depress clutch/Drake pedal and engage parking brake.. o Measure distance between brake operatinga.rm and _ nut "A" on brake rod: ' Â° if distance is other than !-5f8", disengage parking brake, loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-5/8"o Retighten jam nut against nut "A".. o Engage parking brake and recheck distance., = Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above.. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary.. Contact your nearest authorized service center.. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" _)NUT "A" FIG, 29 TO REPLACE MOTION DRBVE BELT (See Fig. 30) The tractor drive belt may be replaced without tools.. Park the tractor on tevel area. Engage parking brake.. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. - Engage parking brake o Lower mower lift lever to "lowest" position.. o Turn front wheels fully to left or right.. o Disconnect mower drive belt at engine puIley, o Disconnect motion drive belt at clutching idler. â¢ Disconnect motion drive belt at transaxle. Push above transaxle putley o Disconnect motion drive belt at chassis belt keeper. o Disconnect motion drive belt at engine pulley. Thread belt below mower drive sheave and through engine belt keeper and engine pulley, o Remove belt. . Install new belt by reversing above procedure,, . Make sure that belt is inside all belt keepers, IMPORTANT: REPLACE ONLY WITH BELT LISTEDIN THIS MANUAL, MOTION DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT @ ENGINE BELT KEEPER ENGINE PULLEY MOWER DRIVE SHEAVE CLUTCH PEDAL SHAFT MOWER LIFT SHAFT CLUTCHING IDLER CHASSIS BELT KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 30 TO ADJUST STEERBNG WHEEL ALIGN[_ENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, re move steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-INtCA_'_BER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor, If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center, 21
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAnRS (See Fig. 3!) o Block up axle securely. o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose), â¢ Repair tire and reassemble. â¢ On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key, o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.. o Replace axle cover. WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER I _ SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 31 TO START ENGINE WtfTH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig, 32) CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.. If "jumper cables" are used for' emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITHA 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOL'T NEGATIVE GROUNDEDSYSTEM. DO NOTUSEYOURTRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - o Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( ) termina! of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis, o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA- TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged batteryÂ° o Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery_ TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - o BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.. Â° RED cable last from both batteries, POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL CABLES CHARGED BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL FIGo 32 22 TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse,. The fuse holder is located next to the battery' box, accessible from left rear wf_eel area. UNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running or prevent it from starting. o Check wiring. See the electrical wiring diagram in the Repai_ Parts section of this manual_ TO REMOVE HOOD (See Fig. 33) o With hood closed, remove hood spring from pivot brackeL o Remove left side and right side pivot. = Lift hood off tractor.. o To reassemble hood, reverse above procedure. \ RIGHT SIDE PIVOT SCREW FIG. 33 HOOD SPRING PIVOT BRACKET
ENGBNE NTS ............................................. :- .............. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 34) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary. Checkadjustment as described below before loosening cable, If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: o With engine not running, move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "CHOKE" positionÂ° Slowly move lever from "CHOKE" to "FAST" position.. o Checkthathotes"A" in governorcontrotfeverandhote in governor ptate tine-up. If holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely. GOVERNOR CONTROL PLATE GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER \ / CLAMP THROTIFLE HOLES "A" SCREW CABLE {=IG. 34 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 35) The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or Ioad_ If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: In general, turning idle mixture valve in (clockwise) de- creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/ air mixture. Turning the idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND THE SEAT tN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW 1S TURNED 1N TOO TIGHT PRELIMINARY SETTING - â¢ Aircleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- retor when making carburetor adjustments.. â¢ Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above)Â° Â° With engine off turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclock- wise) 1 full turn.. FINAL SETTING - â¢ Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes, Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. o Move throttle control lever to "SLOW" position, With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idle speed screw,, Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM, â¢ While still holding tflrottle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve in (clockwise) until en- gine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough,. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions,, Release throttle lever. ACCELERATION TEST - o Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST" positionÂ° If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler- ates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted,. Do not adjust - damage may result,, IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED,, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS, IF YOU THINK THE ENGfNE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS, THROTTLE LEVER, SPEED SCREW IDLE MIXTURE VALVE FIG, 35 23
STORAGE immediately prepare your tractor-for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.. I CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. ............. ,, ........ ........ TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter' storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor- oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.. Store in a clean, dry area. â¢ Clean entire tractor (See"CLEAN1NG" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). â¢ Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). o Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual. o Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts fordarnage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.. Â° Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting BATTERY = Fully charge the battery for storage. = After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging - To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and batten,/cleaned thoroughly (see"TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Cus- tomer Responsibilities section of this manual). o After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery teirninals_ - Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached,. - if battery is removed from tractor for' storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEPv_ IMPORTANT: lT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE tN STORAGE. o o Drain the fuel tank.. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. Use fresh fuel next season.. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer' is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container'. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer' to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor' if using fuel stabilizer, ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).. CYLINDERS o Remove spark plug(s).. Â° Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s) o Turn ignition keyto"START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.. o Replace with new spark plug(s),. OTHER o Do not store gasoline from one season to another: Â° Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rusL Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems o if possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. o Cover your tractor with a suitable protective coyer'that does not retain moisture.. Do net use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which albows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust.. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24
PROBLEM Wit! not start Hard to start Engine wilt not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly 3. Engine flooded 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter 7 Water tn fuel 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment 10 Engine valves out of adjustment CORRECTION 1 Fill fuel tank. 2 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean/replace air filter. 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refil tank with fresh gasoline and repface fuel filer 8 Check all wiring 9 Contact an authorized service center/department.. 10 Contact an authorized service center/department 1 Dirty air filer 2 Bad spark plug 3 Weak or dead battery 4 Didy fuel filter 5 Stale or dirty fuel 6. Loose or damaged widng. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment 8. Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Clean/replace air filter 2, Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery 4.. Replace fuel filter 5.. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline 6. Check atf wiring 7. Contact an authorized service center/depadment 8, Contact an authorized service center/department 1 Clutchforake pedal not depressed 2. Attachment clutch is engaged 3. Weak or dead battery 4. Blown fuse 5. Corroded battery terminals 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch(es)., t Weak or dead battery 2 Corroded battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. I Cutting too much grassltoo fast 2. Thmtte In "CHOKE" position 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower t Depress clutchlbrake pedal., 2 Disengage attachment clutch 3. Recharge or replace battery 4,, Replace fuse 5. Clean battery terminals 6. Check al wiring., 7, Check/replace ignition switch 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter 9, Contact an authorized service center/department 1 Recharge or replace battery 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Check all wiring. 4, Checldreplace solenoid or starter 1 Set in "Higher Cut" positiontreduce speed 2, Adjust throttle control 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Dirty air filter 5 Low oil level/dirty oil 6 Faulty spark plug 7 Dirty fuel filer,, 8 Stale or dirty fuel 9 Water in fuel 10 Spark plug wire loose.. 11 Dirty engine air screerdfins 12 Dirty/clogged muffler I3 Loose or damaged wiring 14 Carburetor out of adjustment !5 Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Worn, bent or loose blade 2. Bent blade mandrel.. 3 Loose!damaged pad(s) 4 Clean/replace air filter 5 Ci_eck oil level!change oil 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7 Replace fuel filter 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline 9 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter, 10. Connect and lighten spark plug wire tl, Clean engine air screen/fins !2. Clean!replace muffler I3, Cileck all wiring 14 Contact an authorized service center/department t5 Contact an authorized service center/department 1 Replace blade,, Tighten blade bolt 2 Replace blade mandrel, 3, Tighten loose pad(s) Replace damaged pads 25
WFIOUIILESHOOWING POINWS PROBLEM Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut;uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE .................. :,, ,,, ,,,_,,,,.:,_,, ........ _:_ t. Faulty operator-safety presence control system 1.. Worn, bent or loose bfade_ 2 Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, 4,. Bent blade mandrel. 5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from butdup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 2. 3,, 4. Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn!damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler puley,. Frozen blade mandrel t, Engine speed too slow 2. Travel speedtoo fast 3 Wet grass. 4 Mower deck not level, 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower 8.. Mower drive bell worn 9. Blades improperly installed 10 improper blades used 11. Clogged mower deck vent ho_es from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Headight{s) not working (if so equipped) Battery wilt not charge 1 ,, Switch is "OFF", 2 Bulb(s) burned out, 3 Faulty light switch, 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell(s) 2. Poor cable conneclons. 3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped) 4 Faulty alternator Engine "backfires" 1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" when turning engtne position for 30 seconds before stopping engine, "OFF" CORRECTION 1.. Check widng, switches and connections If not corrected, contact an authodzed service center/ department t, Replace blade.. Tighten blade bolt . 2 Level mower deck.. 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4*r Replace blade mandrel,. 5. CEean aro_Jnd mandrels 1o open vent holes 1. Remove obsiruction 2. Replace mower ddve belt. 3. Replace idler puley 4. Replace blade mandrel t,. Place throlle control in "FAST" position. 2, Shift to slower speed, 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5,. Check tires for proper air pressure.. 6. Replace/sharpen btade Tighten blade bolt, 7. Clean underside of mower housing 8. Replace mower drive belt, 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down,. I0. Replace with blades Isled tr_ this manual tt. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes t. Turn switch "ON" 2. Rel_lace bulb(s). 3. Chec]dreplace ight switch,. 4 Check wiring and connections. 5 Replace fuse :: .., ........... .... ,,,, ...... , .... 1,. Replace battery 2, Ctlecldclean all connections. 3 Replace regulator. 4 Replace alternator t Move throttle control to "SLOW" position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine ............ ; ....... ............... ;,,, ..................... 26
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12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR Â° .- MODEL NUMBER 917=256930 SCHEMATIC Â°ill Â° BATTERY __ ...... WH!TE IGNITION SWITCH /37 BLACK FUSE 3O AMP. RED CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) t t I t I 1 WHITE BLACK 1 I t { I | ............ I I Â©, J ATT'M ENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) I ...... " I _ I ' Jl[ ; f,_2, Jl STARTER t 1 SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK t" I aLACK ._ GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLACK @ (_ IGNITION _ SPARK _ UNIT PLUG CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MtN. @ 3BO0 RPM 3 AMP DC @ 36(}0 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED) I ALTERNATOR DIODE t .......... __ M ) F7-7 IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT OFF M G ON B L START B S NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSU[JkTED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 28
REPABR DECALS 8 PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.25693G 17 \ 11 4 6 3 10 15 \ 12 16 2 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 138272 2 127908 3 130OO1 4 138134 5 126241X 6 136332 7 133179 8 128314 9 132285 DESCRIPTION Decal, Instruction, Engine Decal, Engine Decal, Stripe, Hood, LH. Decal, Stripe, Hood, R.H. Decal, Grill Decal, Side Panel Decal, Mower QC System Decal, Fender Decal, Grill, USA WNEELS & TgRES 5 14 7 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 10 137537 11 133644 !2 t23408X 13 135561 14 130929 15 133178 16 132928 17 132268 -- 137659 -- 137660 Decal, Caution Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, V-Belt Drive Pad, Center Decal, Mower Drive Schematic Decal, Mower, 3 in 1 Decal, Deck Height Indicator Decal, Steering Wheel Insert Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 7 9 59192 Cap, Valve 65139 Stem, Valve 278H Fitting, Grease (Front Only) 137422 Tire, Front 132703 Tire, Rear .... _ 59904 Tube, Front Tire (Not Supplied, Service Item Only) 8134H Tube, Rear Tire (Not Supplied, Service Item Only) t37237X311 Rim, Front 1234t2X311 Rim, Rear 104757X Cap, Axle (Front and Rear) 9040H Bearing, Flange (Front Only) t21748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 2&4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 29
......... :R.EPAmR, PAR:'T$ .................................................................................................................................................. ;_:_ ................... ...................... ......................................................................... ........................................................... 12.5 HP 38"TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 ELECTRICAL 24 2t 2( 35 I f \ \ II / ! f t ! ! l I ! I I I l t t I \ 1 \1 _ t / / I \ 29 2__ 3 0 9 ! 1 i t 3O
.................................... RF-PARR: PARTS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... ................. ............... ................. ......................... ....................... ................................................ ,:i _-_;'_ ..................................... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMIBER 917..2589-,3-0 .................. ! KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 73510400 Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 UNC 2 108423X Assembly, Cable 3 121265X Battery 5 108236X Bracket, Switch 6 104445X Switch, Interlock 7 109553X Switch, Interlock 8 STD601005 Screw, Hex Head, Tapping #10-24 x 1/2 9 I09310X Key, Molded 10 123620X Cover, Ignition Key I1 124211X Nut, Ignition 12 STD365402 Switch, Ignition 14 7192J Tie, Cable 15 121305X Switch, Plunger 16 STD54!431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 t7 108824X Fuse 18 128353 Assembly, Cable 19 132223 Harness, Ignition 20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam !/4-20 21 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 22 74780408 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 12 Grade 5 23 STD551225 Washer, Loci<, ExternalTooth 1/4 24 t31563 Cover, Terminal 25 138406 Solenoid 26 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 27 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 28 STD551125 Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring 1/4 29 t2t264X Cap, Batter! 30 STD541025 Nut, Hex, Fin 1/4-20 35 11050600 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 3/8 36 11I50400 Washer, Lock, Internal Tooth 1/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS,, incl3es 1 inch = 25.,4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 31
REPABR HOOD PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 11 9 2 7 16 13 1 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PART NO. 124657X STD541425 STD551025 STD522506 126675X 122549X 122548X 17411310 STD522507 DESCRIPTUON Spring, Extension Nut, Hex; Keps 1/4-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge Bolt, Hex, Fin., 1/4-20 UNC x 5/8 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder Bracket, Hood, RH Bracket, Hood, LH Screw, Hex, Fin. #13-16 Hi-Lo x 5/8 Bolt, Hex Head, FinÂ° 1/4-20 x 3/4 Grade 5 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTnON 10 123693X 11 132918X459 12 123706X 13 129970 t6 124346X 17 STD551025 18 STD551031 19 11030400 Brace, Hood Hood Lens, Headlight Bar, Clear' Grill Nut, Washer Head, Self-Thread 1/4 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Washer 5/16 Washer, Lock, lnternal/Externa_ Tooth 1/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 32
12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR ,., ,- NOD'EL NUMBER 917.256930 FENDER / CHASSIS 3 1 7 18 12 5 16 i 20 17 23 !4 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I1 I2 13 PART NO. 129965 19132012 17490612 124t81X I27t15X459 109596X 134214 17490512 139002 124602X 124346X 137097 109238X DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Box, Battery 14 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge 15 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., 16 Rol!.. 3/8-16 x 3/4 I7 Spring, Compression, Seat 18 Plate, Fender 19 Clamp, Hose 20 Pad, Footrest 2i Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., 22 Roll.. 5/16-18 x 3/4 23 Console, Shift Control 25 Bar, Shift Lock Nut, Self-Threading 3/16 Chassis Assembly Tube, Battery Drain STD54t425 STD541431 STD5231 O7 127880 126470X 132650X459 19091413 132562 17490508 STD533107 17490516 Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-'18 UNC x 3/4 Drawbar Clip, insulated Fender/Footrest Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x !3 Gauge Plate, Depth Stop Screw, ThdÂ°, Roll. 5f16-18 x 1/2 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd, Rollo 5/16-18 x 1 NOTE: AII component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25Â°4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 33
REPAHR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 SEAT 22 f 17 14 13 5 6 7 ] 8 KEY PART NO. NO. ! 72050411 2 127436: .... 3 STD511005 4 STD541431 5 105529X 6 4171R 7 73951000 8 STD523707 9 126656X 10 126471X 11 19133210 12 STD541437 DESCRIPTION Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 Seat .......................... Screw, Slotted Pan Head #10-32 x 1/2 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Clip, insulated Nut, Hex, Keps #10-32 UNF Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Bracket, Pivot, Seat Clip, Insulated Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Gauge Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRPTDON 13 74780814 Bolt, Hex, FinÂ° 1/2-13 UNC x 1 14-STD551150 Washer, Lock 1/2 15 19171912 Washer' 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 't2 Gauge 16 127018X Bolt, Shoulder' t7 121251X Strip, Foam 18 123976)( Locknut, Hex, Large, Flange 19 121248X Bushing, Snap 20 12!250X Spring, Compression 21 134300 Spacer', Split, Large _28 Id_ x _96 22 121246X Bracket, Switch, Mounting 23 131451 Pan, Seat NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.SÂ° inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 34
...... ............. .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... â¢.................................................... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 DASH 18 21 17 I 8 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 132734 2 138393 3 123487X 4 8544R 5 8548R 6 STD541425 7 2751R 8 STD551025 DESCRIPTION Cap, Fuel Tank Assembly, Dash & Fuel Tank Clamp, Hose Line, Fuel Line, Fuel Nut, Hex, Keps 1/4-20 Clip, Fuel Line Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 17 STD532505 18 131886 19 134744 20 1706O408 22 134O14 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Grade 5 Support Assembly, Dash Brace, Gross Screw, Self-Tapping 1/4-20 x 1/2 Plug, Dome NOTE: All component dimensions given in US,, inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 35
REPAQR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR Â° - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 7 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 133742 2 STD541537 3 19133808 4 133741 5 121897X 6 STD6t1005 7 102803X DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Insert, Steering Wheel Locknut 3/8-24 UNF Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge Steering Wheel Sleeve, Steedng Screw, Hex, Self-Tapping #10-16 x 1/2 Bushing, Steering 8 123651X 9 124210X 10 123438X 11 12000045 12 STD551062 13 104820X Shaft, Steering clip, Steering Bushing, Lower, Steering Ring, Retaining Washer 21/32 x 1 x 16 Gauge Adaptor, Steering Wheel NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S_ inches 1 inch = 2&4 turn HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 36
...... .............. REPAIR PA1RTS ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....... ..................... ................................................................... ................................... 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 SECTOR GEAR 1 AXLE SUPPORT 5 '11 6 10 -----._..._ 7 , 8 21 2O 15 17 - Â°,.,w-" "4 4.,'% [ t KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 2 5 6 7 8 9 t0 1t 132566 74780828 121926X 121927X 730308O0 126472X 73680800 STD561210 STD551037 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRBPTION Link, Drag 12 126847X Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. i/2-I3 x 1-3/4 13 STD523107 Gear, Sector I4 !9111416 Bushing i5 STD533707 Nut, Heavy, Hex, Top Lock 17 137096 1/2-13 UNC 20 STD541437 Clip, Wire 2I STD541431 Nut, Crownfock 1/2-13 Pin, Cotter 1t8 x 3/4 Washer 13132 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge Bushing Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-t8 UNC x 3/4 Washer 11/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Support, Front Axle Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Nut, Crownlock 5/16-!8 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 37
REPAmR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR Â° = MODEL NUMBER 9!7.256930 FRONT AXLE 5 14 16 / 12 15 Jf KEY PART NO. NO .... 1 !2t232X 2 12000029 3 121748X 4 3366R 5 133988 6 6266H 7 137062 8 121749X 9 STD56t210 10 STD551037 KEY PART DESCRRPTION ............ NO_. NO. Cap, Spindle 11 Ring, Klip 12 Washer 25/32 x t -5/8 x 16 Gauge 13 Bearing 14 Axle, Front 15 Bearing, Thrust 16 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 17 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 18 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge 126847X 130465 137061 74011056 73901000 110438X 6855M 19272016 DESCRIPTION Bushing Rod, Tie Spindle Assembly, L.H. Bolt, Hex Head 518_1 t x 3-1/2 Locknut, Flange 5/8-11 Bearing, Spacer Fitting, Grease Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25..4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER iDENTIFICATION 38
................................. REPAaR PARTS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRAKE / REAR MOWER LIFT ASSEMBLY 1 10 28 2 4 5 6 9 10 KEY NO. 12 11 PART KEY PART NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 8 I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I1 12 13 14 15 124236X 123436X 123437X 8883R 132205 STD560907 STD551037 t 7490508 STD561210 STD551037 123543X 136263 123394X 121978X 123641X Cap, Plunger 16 Rod, Parking Brake I7 Bracket, Parking Brake 18 Cover, Pedal I9 Bracket Assy,, Clutch Pedal, L.H.. 20 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 21 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge 25 Screw, Hex Head, Thd, Roll: 27 5/t6-18 x 1/2 28 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 29 Washer t 3/32 x 13/I 6 x 16 Gauge 30 Rod, Brake 31 Assembly, Clutch/Brake Pedal 32 Rod, Clutch Bracket, Lift, Shaft Assembly, Brake Pivot Arm 19251816 12000034 106888X STD541237 7368O6OO 131460 4497H 136780 136779 STD533107 STD541431 133095 133721 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/8 x 16 Gauge Ring, Klip Spring, Brake Rod Nut, Hex, ,Jam 3/8-16 UNC Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Rod, Rear Brake Spring, Retainer Link, Threaded Assembly, Rear Mower Lift Bolt, Carriage 5/!6-18 UNC x 3/4 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC Spring, Counterbalance Link, Lift Lever NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 39
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR -.. MODEL NUMBER 917.258930 ENGINE / THROTTLE 4 3 2 6 30 9 11 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 17060408 2 132758 3 137418 4 71070512 5 STD551131 6 125593X 8 121094X DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 9 1/4-20 x 1/2 10 Control, Throttle Engine, Briggs & Stratton, 125 HP, tl Model #286707, Type #0441-01 12 Screw, Hex Cap Head 15 5/16-18 x 3/4 t7 Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring 5/16 18 Gasket, Exhaust Bolt, Shoulder DESCRIPTION STD551031 STD551125 74760412 137437 137180 1749O624 126636X Washer' 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Washer, Lock, Heaw HeliCal Spring 1/4 Bolt, Hex, Fin, 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 Muffler' Kit, Spark Arrester (Optional) Screw, Hex Washer Head, ThdÂ°, RoE 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Keeper', Ground Drive Belt NOTE:All component dimensions given in U,S. inches 1 inch = 25Â°4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 40
GROUND DRIVE 0 4 18 2 , J14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 PART NO. STD541431 STD523107 132946 I35036 STD551143 71130748 124525X 123405X STD533715 123396X 123395X 4859J STD551037 DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. Nut, Crownlock 5/t6-18 14 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 15 Keeper, Mower Drive Belt, Engine 16 Pulley, Engine 17 Washer, Loci{ 7/16 18 Bolt, Hex, Fin, 7/I6_20 UNF x 3 19 Traction, V-Belt Drive 20 Keeper, T!A, Ground Drive Belt 21 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 22 Keeper, Ground Drive Belt, Idler 23 Clutch Arm, Ground Drive Idler, Flat Washer I3/32 x 13/16 x t6 Gauge DESCRIPTION 73930600 STD541437 t26471X 122052X 131459 STD541431 123891X STD551025 123404X 126472X Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Clip, Insulated Spacer, Retainer Spring, Extension Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC Keeper, T/A, Ground Drive Belt Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge Keeper, Chassis, Ground Drive Belt Clip, Insulated NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches I inch = 25.4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICAT!ON 41
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - .- MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 TRANSAXLEE 1 I I 3 4 \ 11 15 16 17 2O 10 31 28 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 123385X 2 12000028 3 137365 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 18 2228M STD54t431 STD533107 123378X 17490512 110422X 121749X 123583X STD523727 STD551050 t24600X t23632X 7104O412 KEY PART DESCRIPTaON NO. NO. DESCRIPTBON Pulley 19 STD551125 Ring, Retainer 20 19091210 Transaxle, Dana, 5 Speed, 21 123484X Model Number 4360-50 22 105701X Key, Woodruff #9 23 130564 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 24 130714 Bolt, Carriage 5116-18 UNC x 3/4 25 STD561210-- Strap, Torque 26 STD541531 Screw, Hex Head, Thd., Roll 27 STD541431 5116-18 x 3/4 28 128085 Spring, Brake 29 128084 Washer' 25/32 x 1-1/4 x !6 Gauge 31 123409X Key, Square 33 STD541437 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 34 11050500 Washer' !7/32 x I x i6 Gauge 35 STD581075 Support, Shift Handle, Loll. Link, Shift Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-28 x 3/4 Grade 8 Washer, Lock 1/4 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge Arm, Shift Washer, Shift Plate Knob Rod, Shift Pin; Cotter 1/8 x 1 Nut, Hex, Nylon 5/16-24 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 Spring, Extension Support, Shift Handle, R.H. Spacer Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Washer, Lock, External Tooth 5/16 E-Ring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches 1 inch = 25,.4 rnm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 42
PARTS: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .................. ===================================== 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 I MOWER LIFT LEVER 123 12 - 2 10 13 " 5 / , 35 "" I / 31 ---'_ 22 27 l 4 7 25 20 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 t0 12 13 14 15 18 19 PART NO, 126470X 122018X 74780408 STD541437 132552 106451X 13511O 74930624 76020412 122027X 136658 133939 19131616 135107 73680400 DESCRiPTiON Clip, Fuet Line Bracket, Mower Clutch Bolt, Hex Head, Fin, 1/4-20 UNC x I/2 Grade 5 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Assembly, Clutch Lever Bolt, Shoulder Assembly, Mower Clutch Arm Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Handle, Lift Lever Assembly, Lift Handle Spring, Compression, CIutch Washer 13/32 x I x 16 Gauge Trunnion Nut, Crownlock 1/4-20 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTOON 2O STD523727 22 132561 23 76020312 24 7672J 25 121933X 27 121466X 30 135039 31 73930600 32 133435 33 62333 34 STD541431 35 133603 36 STD533107 Bolt, Hex, Fin. 3/8-16 UNC x 2-3/4 Bracket, Lift Lever Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 Washer 25164 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge Tube, Spacer Knob Rod, Tension, Clutch Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 Spring, Extension, Return Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Cap, Vinyl, Red Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 NOTE: Ali component dimensions given in US.. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 43
_EPAIF_ P_TS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR MOWER DECK 31 " " MODEL NUMBER 917.25893(} 32 35 63 / / I 6 37 24 69 / 27 23 3 3 16 7 68 65 616 67
12.5 HP 38" "TRACTOR ,- - MODEL NUI IBEIR 917.256930 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 138356 2 STD541431 3 STD533107 4 7631J 5 1t0485X 6 128774 7 129895 8 133172 9 134148 10 129962 I1 STD551137 12 850857 13 128961 14 106736X I5 106735X 16 105896X 17 110452X 18 123713X 19 19111016 2O t05304X 21 128772 22 19111216 23 78158 24 STD624008 25 74600636 26 19131612 27 132556 28 733508O0 29 130171 30 STD541450 31 132553 32 STD541237 33 132559 34 133604 35 132554 36 STD551037 37 STD560907 38 133840 39 129963 40 129206 41 73050900 Mower Housing Assembly 42 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-t8 43 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3f4 44 Runner, LÂ°H.. 45 Bearing 46 Housing, Mandrel 47 Bearing 48 Shaft & Bearing Assembly, Mandrel 49 Blade, Mulching 50 Washer, Hardened 51 Washer, Lock 3/8 52 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x '1-1/4 Grade 8 Stripper, Mower, Vented 53 Shield, Deflector 54 Rod, Hinge Bracket Assembly, Deflector 55 Pushnut 56 Spring, Deflector 57 Washer 11/32 x 5!8 x 16 Gauge 58 Cap, Sleeve 59 Runner, RH. Washer 11/32 x 3/4x 16 Gauge 60 Bolt, Hex Head 5116-18 x 1-1/4 61 Retainer, Spring 62 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 63 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 12 Gauge 64 Link Assembly, Front 65 Nut, Hex, Jam !/2-13 UNC 66 Trunnion Locknut, with Washer Insert 67 Rod, Clutch, Primary 68 Nut, Hex, Jam .3/8-16 69 Arm, Suspension, Rear -- Trunnion 3/8-16 Rod, Clutch, Secondary Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 - - idler Arm Washer o150 Thick Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Ftangelock 9/16 131494 122052X 19131612 STD541437 131290 133502 133503 133551 131289 130840 '17490512 131288 STD533720 4921H 136782 72140606 19131212 73800500 19t1't112 72140506 3146R 4497H 73750600 19132016 10040600 135651 132803 74930620 138422 130794 Pulley, Flat Idler Spacer, Retainer Washer 13/32 x ! x 12 Gauge Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Belt Spacer, Idler Arm Stiffener, Idler Arm Rod, Pivot Rod, Brake, L.H. Brake Assembly Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thdo, Roll.. 5t16-18 x 3/4 Rod, Brake, R.H Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Grade 5 Spring, Retainer Plate, Adjustment Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 Washer i3/32 x 3/4 x 12 Gauge Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert 5/16q 8 UNC Washer 1'1/32 x 11/16 x 16 Gauge Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 X 3/4 Retainer Spring Retainer Spring Locknut 3/8-i6 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Washer, Lock, Heavy Helical Spring 3/8 Nut, Wing Cover Assembly, Mulching Bolt, Hex Head 3/8_16 x 1q/4 Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Seperately Mulching Blade and Mulching Components, Key Numbers 9, and 64-69) Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 5-8, t0-12, 39 and 41) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm HARDWARE SHOWN LARGER FOR EASIER IDENTIFICATION 45
REPABR PARTS 12_5 HP 38" TRACTOR = Â° MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 DANA TRANSAXLE = MODEL NU_'_BER 4360=50 19 26 27 22 5i 37 52 36 38 53 54 25 32 33 34 30 19 4O 41 55 56 57 i2 42 59 56 55 47 2 I9 72 46 60 43 = 52
12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR Â° - MODEL NUMBER 917o256930 DANA TRANSAXLE = ' ODEL NUMBER 4360-50 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NOo DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ! 138248 2 2274J 3 134400 4 105904X 5 105905X 6 138235 7 134399 8 106596X 9 138241 10 2267J 11 134793 12 138240 13 120415X 14 2257J !5 138234 16 1t0078X 17 105909X t8 105910X t9 105911X 20 138242 21 138246 22 138236 23 134791 24 138243 25 2244J 26 105916X 27 120470X 28 110070X 29 108977X 30 134797 31 120405X 32 108980X 33 120406X 34 134796 35 105925X 36 2232J 37 108978X 38 110079X 39 124639X Housing, Upper 40 Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 41 1/4-20 x .734 42 Ball, Detent 43 Spring, Detent 44 Screw, Set 45 Kit, Shifter Assembly 46 Boot, Shifter 47 Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 48 5/16-18 x 1 ..44 49 Square Ring 50 Ring, Retaining 51 Assembly, Kit, Shim .625 Shaft 52 Bearing, Flange 53 Washer, Plain ,.632 x 1.38 x Â°046 54 Key, Woodruff, #9 55 Assembly, Kit, Input Shaft 56 Pinion, Bevel, 14 Teeth 57 Ring, Retaining 58 Chain, 24 Pitches 59 Bearing, Flange 60 Gear, Spur, !4 Teeth 61 Collar, Clutch 62 Assembly, Kit, Clutch Keys 63 Screw, Self-Tapping, with Sealer 64 Shaft, intermediate 65 Key, Woodruff, #61 66 Ring, Retaining 67 Sprocket, 18 Teeth Spacer 68 Gear, Spur, 37 Teeth 69 Spacer 1 _133 x 1.50 x Â°375 70 Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth 71 Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth 72 Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth 73 Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth Washer, Plain ..640 x ! _.37 x ..061 Washer, Plain 632 x 1.00 x .026 Spacer ..630 x 1.00 x .169 Assembly, Gear, Combination of 12 Teeth and 35 Teeth Shaft, Idler 120472X 105928X 110084X 134394 t20473X 105933X I05936X t20407X 106589X !20408X 105937X 2226J 134401 2264J 123907X 11008tX 105941X 110071X t20952X 110082X 123908X 138247 120961X 7294J 108989X I20953X t20954X 134799 138244 108996X 120956X 738105OO 120951X 120416X Spacer .635 x Â°875 x .755 Sprocket, 9 Teeth Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth * Assembly, Kit, Shim .750 Shaft Shaft, Drive Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth Spacer ..781 x 1.00 x ..375 Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth Washer, Plain .632 x 1o00 x ..060 Washer, Neoprene Washer, Plain ..758 x 1_25 x 1031 Axle, L.H. Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth Ring, Retaining Gear, Spur, 32 Teeth Shaft, Cross Gear, Miter, 15 Teeth Axle, RH. Housing, Lower Puck, Friction Disc, Brake Spacer Jaw, Brake Pin, Dowel Screw, Self-Tapping, Large 5/16-18 x 2.25 Lever, Actuating Washer, Plain o32I x 1.00 x Â°055 Bracket, AntFRotation Locknut 5/16-24 Puck, Friction Grease * Use in combinations to maintain proper clearances ** Order Key No. 15 NOTE: All component dimensions given in US. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 47
REPAUR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR ..- MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRnGGS & STRATTON ENGUNE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 04.41-01 307 13 w 2Z 383 *SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED TO INSTALL. 46 <3 ) 219 358 GASKETsET ! 48
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 i 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT I 130 ! 52 164 _ 123 l 601 _ 142 611 127 O 137 13B 224 535 171 537 84 49
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 iljjljj ...... 801 NOTE: To Identlfy Brlggs and Stratton manufactured starter motors, measure the housing length. KEY NUMBER 309 Motor and Drive Assy. 310 !Thru Bolt !Assembly MANUFACTURER Briggs & Housing Stratton Length 12V 3-21/32' 394805 94003 *Includes Brush Set **includes #398003 Clutch Assembly #280104 Gear #490467 Retainer and Pin #94288 Roll Pin 311 Brush Assembly 395538 510 Drive Assembly 490421** 544 801 802 Armature Drive End Cap End Cap Assy. Assembly Assembly Commutator 890837 394856 395537* 803 Housing Assembly 3981591 (Key Number 513) (Key Number 783) (Key Number 876) (Key Number 898) .............. _,lLJl'lll UI/ll I : .... I' 668 1044 75 50
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256930 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 490450 Cylinder Assembly 45 262248 2 399265 Bearing, Cylinder (Requires Special 46 212897 Tools For Installation) 51 272465 Seal, Oil Head, Cylinder 52 Gasket, Cylinder Head Breather Assembly 53 Gasket, Valve Cover 75 Screw, Seres 78 Tube, Breather 95 Gasket, Crankcase Cover 1/64" 98 Gasket, Crankcase Cover ..005" 104 Gasket, Crankcase Cover .009" 105 Screw, Cylinder Head 3" 106 Plug, Oil Drain 108 Crankshaft 118 Key, Timing Gear !21 Base, Engine Seal, Oil 123 Screw, Sems, Base Mounting 125 Flywheel and Ring Gear Assembly, 127 Magneto 130 Key, Flywheel 131 Piston Assembly, Standard 133 Piston Assembly .010" Oversize 137 Piston Assembly .O20" Oversize 138 Piston Assembly .030" Oversize 141 Ring Set, Piston, Standard t42 Ring Set, Piston, Chrome, Standard Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize Ring Set, Piston ,020" Oversize Ring Set, Piston .030" Oversize 147 Lock, Piston Pin 164 Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard 171 Pin Assembly, Piston .005" Over 187 Rod Assembly, Connecting 188 Rod Assembly, Connecting 201 .020" Undersize Crankpin Bore 209 Lock, Connecting Rod Screw 216 Screw, Connecting Rod 2't 9 Valve, Exhaust Valve, Intake Spring, Intake Valve Spring, Exhaust Valve Guard, Flywheel Retainer, Intake Valve Rotocoi!, Exhaust Valve Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoif 3 391086 5 494240 7 271866 8 391406 9 27803 10 94621 tl 280100 12 271916 271997 271996 13 94622 15 94239 16 495162 94196 18 494238 20 291675 22 94624 23 492326 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 41 42 222698 394661 394662 394663 394664 391780 392331 391781 391782 391783 260924 299691 391286 490348 490469 222299 92909 262246 262247 65906 26828 224502 221596 292260 93630 272554 94637 224061 93805 94098 495800 231789 231855 231854 224540 494383 495799 94616 495706 224539 494379 494381 281165 281164 494380 494537 494499 231794 213819 281051 393815 93535 262767 260871 262766 490815 Tappet*Valve Gear, Cam *** Gasket, Carburetor (Carburetor to Etbow) * Gasket, Carburetor (Elbow to Cylinder) Stud, Carburetor Mounting Washer, Spring Screw, Sems ** Screw, Throttle Screw, Idle Speed ** Pin, Float Hinge ** Valve Assembly, Inlet Needle Inlet Valve Seat Valve, Choke ** Valve, Needle Carburetor Overhaul Kit (includes items marked ** and ***) Screw, Elbow Mounting Carburetor Assembly ** Plug, Welch (Sold in Kit Only) Valve, Throttle Shaft and Lever, Throttle Float, Carburetor *** Gasket, Float Bowl *** Washer, Float Bowl Screw ** Shaft and Lever, Choke ** Nozzle/Jet, Carburetor High Altitude Kit: 231796 Pilot Jet, High Altitude 281164 Seal, Bowl Screw ** Pilot, ,Jet Carburetor, Elbow Nut, Air Cleaner Mounting Line, Fuel, 11" (Cut To Suit) Screw, Sems 3/4" Link, Governor Spring, Governor Link, Choke Oil Slinger, Governor,Gear and Bracket Assembly * Included in Gasket Set (494241) ** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799) *** Included in both Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,,S_ inches 1 inch = 2&4 mm 51
REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256930 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 286707, TYPE NUMBER 0441-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 222 494887 224 94729 225 231058 227 493935 230 94742 232 262785 240 394358 265 221535 284 94326 304 224504 305 94619 306 224545 307 94623 308 491490 309 --- 333 492341 334 93381 337 802592 346 93705 356 494328 358 494241 363 19203 383 89838 422 224390 423 93984 445 493909 455 222561 467 493903 468 222562 474 393474 482 93621 523 495230 524 68838 525 280741 535 272403 537 281106 552 231597 562 92613 592 231082 601 93053 611 494451 614 93306 615 93307 Plate, Governor Control 618 262803 (Choke-A-Matic) 634 281t68 Screw, Sem, Air Cleaner 634A 491323 Crank, Governor, 1/4" Diameter 634B 281167 Lever Assembly, Governor 635 66538 Washer, Governer-Crank, 1/4" IoD_ 646 224546 Spring, Goyernor Link 657 93496 Filter", Fuel 663 94620 Clamp, Casing 668 280848 Screw, Air Cleaner 726 392134 Housing, Blower, Red Screw, Seres, Blower Housing 727 490324 Mounting Shield, Cylinder 728 94627 Screw, Seres, Cylinder Shield Mtgo 729 28t!59 Coyer, Cylinder'Head 741 262135 Motor, Starting, 12 Volt 757 212359 (See Chart on lflustrated Pages 758 399891 for Replacement Parts) 759 298909 Armature, Magneto 761 93875 Screw, Seres, Armature Mounting 842 270920 Plug, Spark, (1-7/8" or' 47 mm) 847 490474 (Resistor Type) 85t 221798 Screw, Hex Head 869 261463 Wire, Ground 870 210940 Gasket Set 871 261961 (Includes ai_ items marked *) 872 28t104 Puller, Fiywheel 875 494237 Wrench, Spark Plug 877 393456 Clamp, Oil FillerTube Screw, Serns 955 94642 Cartridge, Air" Cleaner 965 94108 Cup, Screen Mounting 975 494378 Knob, Air Cleaner 977 494385 Screen, Flush Rotating Stator, Alternator, Dual Circuit 987 281166 Screw, Sems 1005 280687 Cap and Dipstick, Oil Filler 1006 224413 Seal, Filler Tube 1044 94673 Tube, Oil Filler Element, Air Cleaner * O-Ring, Air Cleaner' Bushing, Governor Crank, 1/4" LD. Bolt, Governor Lever Nut, Hex #10-24 Clamp, Fuel Pipe Fuel Inlet Tube Cotter', Hair Pin Retainer, E_Ring Spring, Choke Return ** Seal, Choke Shaft * Seal, Governor Washer, Throttle Shaft Elbow, Spark Plug Brace, Air Cleaner Screw, Seres Screw, Hex Head Spacer Gear, Ring (Includes Mounting Parts) Cover', Starter (includes Mounting Screws) Screw, Sems Clip, Lead Wire Gear, Timing Link, Counterweight Counterweight Assembly Pin, Counterweight Screw, Counterweight Seal, Oil Filler Cap Fill Group, Oil Termina!, Ignition Cable Seat, Intake Valve, Standard Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard Guide, Exhaust Valve Cover, Air Cleaner Body, Air Cleaner Diode and Connector Assembly, Dual Circuit ** Screw, Fuel Bowl Locknut, Air Cleaner Mounting Bowl Assembly, Carburetor Carburetor Gasket Kit (Includes items marked ***) ** Seal, Threttte Shaft Fan, Flywheel Retainer, Fan Screw, Shoulder, Hex Head RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1550-1950 High Speed: 3200-3400 * Included in Gasket Set (494241) ** Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495799) *** Included in both Carburetor' Overhaul Kit (495799) and Carburetor Gasket Set (494385) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,So inches 1 inch = 25,,4 mm 52
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION O'1 O1 SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 Â° MAX. I!J /=_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ! ! ,AA_ greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Iil _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I t!i cau_,o. _hen chan_,._ _,reot!on on o,o_e_
OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.256930 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Â® 12.5 HP ELECTRIC START 3 in One Convertible 38" MOWER 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat. The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center?Department and most Retail Stores. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION; â¢ PRODUCT- LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER - 917.256930 = ENGINE MODEL NO. - 286707_ TYPE NO. 0441-01 Â° PART NUMBER â¢ PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.,, professional technicians specifica!ly trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell. 137659 Rev. 1 1o28,93 Printed in U.S.A, ........................................... ..... i ....... illl i i ...........